ISLAMABAD
\nPakistani Skipper Shan Masood has expressed his team\u2019s desire to deliver a strong performance in the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh beginning Wednesday. \u201cAs a team, we aim to showcase our best cricket and secure 20 wickets in the match. With the World Test Championship in mind, we need to win our home matches.
\nShaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah and Mohammad Ali can deliver impressive performances,\u201d Masood said in the Pre-Series press conference at Pindi Stadium Rawalpindi on Tuesday. Masood praised Saim Ayub\u2019s recent form, saying, \u201cHe showed glimpses of his talent in the last innings, and we hope he continues to do so.\u201d
\nThe captain emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong position in the World Test Championship, adding, \u201cBy playing good cricket, our team and fans can enjoy the experience.\u201d
\nRegarding the opposition, Masood acknowledged that Bangladesh has players who can make the match interesting.
\nHe stressed the significance of a positive dressing room environment, saying, \u201cIf the atmosphere in the dressing room is excellent, it will reflect in our performance on the field. We strive to make the dressing room environment exceptional.\u201d Meanwhile, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain has expressed optimism about his team\u2019s chances in the upcoming Test series against Pakistan, despite their poor record against the hosts.
\n\u201cWe had a good series against New Zealand, but unfortunately, it didn\u2019t go well against Sri Lanka. However, we have a great opportunity to play against Pakistan and showcase our balanced side,\u201d Hossain said. Hossain emphasized the importance of the toss but stressed that his team is prepared for any situation.
\n\u201cThere\u2019s no pressure on us, even with Pakistan\u2019s strong record against us. Records can be broken, and we believe we can achieve something special this time.\u201dWhen asked about Shakib Al Hasan\u2019s political career, Hossain dismissed any concerns, saying, \u201cShakib is a professional cricketer who knows his role and how to prepare for the game.\u201d
\nHossain highlighted Bangladesh\u2019s improved pace bowling unit over the last couple of years, adding, \u201cWe also have three to four quality spinners, covering all aspects of our game.\u201d Pakistan and Bangladesh test series trophy was also unveiled at the Stadium where both captains posed for photographs with the trophy.
\nThe second Test of the series will be played from August 30 to September 3 at the Pindi Stadium.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
ISLAMABAD Pakistani Skipper Shan Masood has expressed his team\u2019s desire to deliver a strong performance in the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh beginning Wednesday. \u201cAs a team, we aim to showcase our best cricket and secure 20 wickets in the match. With the World Test Championship in mind, we need to win our home matches. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-426176","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-sports"},"yoast_head":"\n